Welcome to fly fishing paradise! Nothing beats the fly fishing out of Redding, California! So many rivers! One of the best is The Lower Sacramento River. It is happening now! The "Sac" is where you'll experience some of the best fly fishing in the middle of picturesque Redding and all the down river beyond Anderson. I would love to assist you in your next fly fishing adventure! I'm ready spring, summer or winter!
Hello there! My name is Travis Ortiz and I am a passionate fly fishing guide with over twenty years of experience. Nothing brings me more joy than taking anglers out onto the beautiful rivers in and around Redding, California. I am proud to be a part of The Fly Shop, which is known as the #1 fly fishing resource in the USA! With its abundance of knowledge and resources, I am able to give my clients the best experience possible. Come join me and let's reel in some amazing memories together!
This river offers the best all around fishing is you are into a productive day, and seeing a lot of river. Great choice for all anglers!
Season: Year round.
My most popular destination. The best, most consistent and productive steelhead fly fishing in California!
Season: Fall through winter.
A great fishery offering a diverse experience. We wade this stream. Rainbow trout, dry flies, nymphs.
Season: Year round.
One of the most beautiful rivers in the world. The rainbows here are the originals. And there are some epic brown trout to be earned here. Dry flies, streamers and nymphs. Cold water!
Season: Late spring through mid November.
My most productive wade fishery. But, the wading couldn't be any harder. Big boulders, swift currents. Great for agile and able bodied anglers.
Season: Spring, Summer & Fall
During June, dry fly fishing for rainbows and browns can be a challenge that truly tests your skills. The salmon fly hatch adds to the excitement, making it a great month for fishing.
Season: May through June, September.
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TRINITY RIVER
Near Lewiston
RATING
DATE
02/25/24
The rainy, snowy conditions make for interesting fishing for sure. I have had to move around quite a bit due to variable water conditions.
I aim for green water, but sometimes the river says no. And we move up stream to find green or clear water.
Right now is the best time of the year to fish the Trinity. The winter run steelhead are the biggest and baddest. It has been an amazing season.
I expect good fishing through March, but probably more in the 2 ~ 3 star rating as the winter run of fish are past their peak. The Lower Sacramento is the way to go for the month of March.
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LOWER SAC
Late Winter
RATING
DATE
02/28/24
The Lower Sacramento river has seen challenging conditions for dry fly fishing due to wind and high flows, particularly during this time of year. Despite this, I am still experiencing good fishing.
As we approach the coming week, I am anticipating better fishing as flow levels decrease. While good nymphing can be expected, it is the dry fly fishing during this season that is truly exceptional and considered among the best in the world.
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Lower Sac - Trinity River - Pit River - Hat Creek - McCloud River and Upper Sacramento River.